Chlorine Treatment of Wastewater May Contribute to Antibiotic Resistance
Dan DeBaun

Studies show chlorine treatment at sewage plants may promote development of new strains of antibiotics, in turn potentially promoting antibiotic resistance.

Studies show chlorine treatment at sewage plants may promote development of new strains of antibiotics, in turn potentially promoting antibiotic resistance.

Study Identifies First Human Population Adapted to Arsenic
Dan DeBaun

Scientists have identified the first known human population that is uniquely adapted to the high levels of arsenic found in their drinking water.

Scientists have identified the first known human population that is uniquely adapted to the high levels of arsenic found in their drinking water.

Generating Clean, Green Energy From Water and Wastewater
Dan DeBaun

Portland has taken the bold initiative to harness hydroelectric power from water flowing through pipes leading to and from private residences in the city.

Portland has taken the bold initiative to harness hydroelectric power from water flowing through pipes leading to and from private residences in the city.

Fluoride in Drinking Water Linked to Increased Risk of Underactive Thyroid in the UK
Dan DeBaun

According to a new study, fluoride in drinking water is associated with a 30% increased risk of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) in England.

According to a new study, fluoride in drinking water is associated with a 30% increased risk of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) in England.

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California Municipal Water Authorities Cited For 1800 Violations (2012-2013)
Dan DeBaun

California's drinking water supplies exceeded safety limits for pollutants over 1,000 times during a one year period between 2012 to 2013

California's drinking water supplies exceeded safety limits for pollutants over 1,000 times during a one year period between 2012 to 2013

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Six Strategies to Reduce Water Scarcity by 2050
Dan DeBaun

Researchers from Nature Geoscience have proposed 6 key strategies that can be used to reduce water scarcity and relieve water stress substantially by 2050.

Researchers from Nature Geoscience have proposed 6 key strategies that can be used to reduce water scarcity and relieve water stress substantially by 2050.